Experience

Ten years of experience teaching private piano and violin lessonsSpecialization in teaching children and youthTaught students ages 3 years to adultElEd Practicums completed in the Salt Lake City School DistrictStudent Teaching completed in the Provo School DistrictUFMC (Gold Cup) Festival participants from JHM each earned a Superior (highest possible) ratingRecent Performances: Lamar Civic Orchestra Concert, First Violin Handel's Messiah with the A Cappella Choir and Grand Chorus, Second Violin Christmas at Calvary, First Violin

Education

Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education from Brigham Young UniversityMinor in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL K-12) Related Course Work:﻿ Rhythm and Dance Survey of Music Literature Music for the Elementary Classroom Teacher Voice Training Human Development Educational Psychology

Subjects Taught

What Students Are Saying

"Thank you for everything you have done to help these boys. I have been so impressed with their learning and their willingness to stick it out so far. You are a wonderful teacher! They look forward to their lessons every week." ~Stephanie H.

"We love you!!! Thanks so much. You have so many fun ideas! I am so pleased with the note reading progress I have seen!" ~Nora L.

"Thank you so much for being my piano teacher. I have learned so much and I feel a lot more confident in my playing because of what you have taught me. You are the best piano teacher I have ever had (and I have had a lot). :) Thank you again for everything!" ~Krista J.

"Thank you for teaching my kids piano and for having so much patience with them. They learned a lot and enjoyed having you as a teacher." ~Janice S.

"I want to thank you for sharing your musical and teaching talents to teach my children piano lessons. You have been such a great mentor who has inspired them to become more confident and dedicated with their musical talent." ~Eileen J.

"Thank you for giving the boys a wonderful start with the piano. We are excited to see them enjoying it so much." ~H. Family